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Lamar Jackson vs Trevor LawrenceWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Trevor Lawrence is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 19.9 PPG to Lamar Jackson's 16.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Trevor Lawrence is the better fantasy play this season.

Trevor Lawrence is the better play on a neutral week. 19.9 PPG with 4,366 yards gives a reliable baseline. Lamar Jackson at 16.5 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Trevor Lawrence higher, but do not fade Lamar Jackson entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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QBBaltimore Ravens#16
Lamar Jackson
PPG
16.5
Games
13
Pass Yds
2,549
Pass TDs
21
Rush Yds
349
Rush TDs
2
Bye
Week 13
QBJacksonville Jaguars#5PPG LEADER
Trevor Lawrence
PPG
19.9
Games
17
Pass Yds
4,007
Pass TDs
29
Rush Yds
359
Rush TDs
9
Bye
Week 7

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Lamar Jackson
Trevor Lawrence

Head to Head

16.5 PPG19.9 PPG
13 GP17 GP
Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Lamar Jackson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) QB (ranked #16 at the position). Trevor Lawrence: Tier 1 (Elite) QB (ranked #5 at the position). Among the top 32 quarterbacks this season, Lamar Jackson is producing at 75% of elite pace and Trevor Lawrence at 90%. That ranking gap means Trevor Lawrence carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Lamar Jackson vs Trevor Lawrence: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Lamar Jackson and Trevor Lawrence is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Baltimore Ravens quarterback put up 16.5 PPG in 2025 over 13 games; Trevor Lawrence of the Jacksonville Jaguars averaged 19.9 in 17. A 3.4-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 3.4 points favors Trevor Lawrence, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one quarterback to the other.

Both lean on arm talent and offensive scheme as traditional pocket passers. Lamar Jackson threw for 2549 yards and 21 touchdowns, while Trevor Lawrence posted 4007 yards and 29 scores. Volume, red zone efficiency, and game script are the key week-to-week differentiators when neither carries rushing upside.

Lamar Jackson has his bye in Week 13, and Trevor Lawrence rests in Week 7. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at quarterback for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Trevor Lawrence is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Lamar Jackson is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Lamar Jackson (age 29) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons. Trevor Lawrence (age 26) is in his prime window. Peak production now with steady value for the next 3-4 seasons.

Did You Know?

  • Trevor Lawrence outscored Lamar Jackson by a projected 58 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Trevor Lawrence played 17 games in 2025 compared to Lamar Jackson's 13. That durability gap means Trevor Lawrence contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Trevor Lawrence scored 38 total touchdowns in 2025 (2.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at quarterback.
  • Trevor Lawrence added 359 rushing yards in 2025, which historically correlates with a higher fantasy floor in bad passing matchups.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Lamar Jackson vs Trevor Lawrence: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatLamar JacksonTrevor Lawrence
PPG (Half-PPR)16.519.9
Games Played1317
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)215338
Passing Yards2,5494,007
Passing TDs2129
Pass Yds/Game196.1235.7
Rushing Yards349359
Rushing TDs29
Total TDs2338
TDs/Game1.82.2
Age2926
Experience7 yrs4 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 13Week 7

Summary

19.9 PPG for Trevor Lawrence versus 16.5 for Lamar Jackson in 2025. The baseline favors Trevor Lawrence, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Lamar Jackson or Trevor Lawrence in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Trevor Lawrence has the edge at 19.9 PPG compared to Lamar Jackson's 16.5 PPG. However, the best start depends on weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status. DraftCall's app provides real-time AI-powered verdicts that factor in all of these variables.

How many fantasy points did Lamar Jackson and Trevor Lawrence average in 2025?

Lamar Jackson averaged 16.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Trevor Lawrence averaged 19.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 3.4 points per game.

When are Lamar Jackson and Trevor Lawrence's bye weeks in 2026?

Lamar Jackson (BAL) has a bye in Week 13, and Trevor Lawrence (JAX) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Lamar Jackson or Trevor Lawrence a better fantasy quarterback in 2026?

Trevor Lawrence outscored Lamar Jackson by 3.4 PPG in 2025, which gives him the edge heading into 2026. For a week-by-week verdict, DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality and recent trends in real time.